SWIFT/BIC code ASFBKZKAXXX
ASFBKZKAXXX belongs to Bank of Astana JSC in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASFBKZKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASFBKZKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Astana JSC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Almaty |
| Country | Kazakhstan |
How the Bank of Astana JSC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ASFB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which institution uses BIC ASFBKZKAXXX?
ASFBKZKAXXX identifies the headquarters of Bank of Astana JSC in Almaty, Kazakhstan. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank of Astana JSC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Astana JSC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Kazakhstan with transfer services before you send.
Does Bank of Astana JSC have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ASFBKZKAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of Astana JSC in Kazakhstan, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Astana JSC take in Kazakhstan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Are ASFBKZKA and ASFBKZKAXXX the same code?
Yes. ASFBKZKA is the 8-character version of ASFBKZKAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Bank of Astana JSC in Almaty.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Astana JSC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ASFBKZKAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kazakhstan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.